12/09/2012 Trading Standards Scam Update

12/09/2012 Fake Debt Help Warning

 The Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) is warning people to beware of bogus telephone calls from people claiming to be CAB debt advisers. The CAB will not make unsolicited telephone calls or txts. For more information visit: http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/index/aboutus/imposter_cab.htm


12/09/2012 Bogus Letter Warning

A Wellesbourne resident reported to Warwickshire Trading Standards Service receiving a letter from someone who claimed the recipient was owed £12,500. The letter further stated that a response within 48 hours would enable the resident to receive a £1000 bonus. All the consumer had to do was to send a cheque for £14.95! Never send money in advance to receive a pay-out or prize. These unexpected letters, emails and phone calls are very likely to be bogus. For more information visit: www.warwickshire.gov.uk/scams


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Simon Cripwell
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Trading Standards Service
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Warwickshire County Council
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